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You know it, you love it! The opening motive is very catchy on this authentic sounding chart on the rock classic made famous by the group Chicago. Master arranger Mike Story works his magic to create an...

Recorded by the group Chicago, this signature hit has gone on to become a rock classic. Paul Murtha's easy arrangement is playable with very limited rehearsal time, but still has an authentic and hard-driving...view details

This modern fusion, flexible instrumentation combo chart features two solo sections with a written solo for trumpet 1 in the first section and a written solo for tenor sax in the second section. Chords are...

Here's the title tune from Gordon Goodwin's latest album. This chart has a funky, sassy and contemporary groove, just like the title suggests! The solo space is for alto, tenor and bari sax. The lead...view details

Arranger Peter Blair has taken the hot Gordon Goodwin chart Act Your Age and revised it for developing players. "Slick and funky" describes this very accessible arrangement. There are written solos for...view details

Here's a wonderful take on the group Toto's classic rock tune from the '80s. It's solidly scored throughout and sounds amazingly like the original while remaining accessible for developing jazz bands....

This funky rock chart sure is easy enough...but we won't tell anyone! It's bold and contemporary with a big sound and huge impact, along with reasonable ranges and technical demands. An open solo section...view details

Originally featured on the Yellowjackets CD "Altered State," this new big-band version was commissioned by East Carolina University and is scheduled to appear on an upcoming Bob Mintzer Big Band CD. Elements...view details

The unique polyphonic technique used so well here really makes this hip-hop/shuffle chart sparkle. After the opening section of intertwining, syncopated lines in the ensemble, the saxes take over with...view details

Don't be fooled by its calm beginning, this chart ROCKS! By borrowing techniques from dubstep, Ain't No Time will give your band a unique and exciting sound that they will love to play. The trombones with...view details

Here's an excellent contrast piece for your sextet! This head chart with solo background figures is a straight-up rock chart with an altered blues structure. The instrumentation is Alto, Tenor and Trombone...view details

You know it, you love it! This Meghan Trainor megahit is set at around 136 bpm with a solid rock groove, has no solos, and will be a favorite with students and audiences. This Victor Lopez arrangement...

"All in" is a phrase that has spread from the world of poker becoming widely used to describe anytime you're totally committed to any endeavor. This laid-back funk/rock original from Peter Blair keeps...

While not a solo feature, Alley Cat Strut is a minor-key jazz/rock chart at a medium tempo that does let an alto sax soloist stretch out. Developing groups will groove hard while really enjoying the...view details

Arranger Dave Rivello has taken this well-known traditional melody and brought it to life with his outstanding gospel-sounding chart. Opening with an a cappella brass chorale, it breaks into a gospel/rock...view details

Set at around 84 bpm, this accessible chart contrasts a 16th note rock feel in the brass with a flowing unison saxophone counter melody. The bridge lightens up to an eighth note rock feel then returns in full...view details

Written in a simmering medium tempo, this distinctive funk chart opens with the bass establishing the groove gradually joined by the rest of the rhythm section. A small combo of soprano sax, baritone sax,...view details

This straight-eighth fusion chart combines rock and Latin styles effectively, creating a fresh and modern approach for developing groups. The written or improvised solos are for alto sax and piano after the...

These are very rhythmic ants! It's an original rock-style chart with limited ranges, simplified rhythmic figures, a terrific bass/piano riff and a brief drum solo that kicks the ensemble nicely. Scored for...view details

Originally recorded in 1961 by Jorgen Ingmann, but better known for the 1981 recording by The Sugarhill Gang, this funky hit remains a favorite. Feature your drummer or an additional percussionist (bongos,...